Megal

Protection expired

Solanum melongena L. Eggplant · Vegetables · bred by Vilmorin SA (FR)

also searched as: мегал

Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid matures 60–62 days after transplanting. The fruits have a cylindrical shape that tapers towards the end, reaching a length of 18–23 cm and a diameter of about 8 cm. The surface of the fruits is characterized by uniformity, the presence of a small number of spines, and a deep purple-black color.

The plant has intermediate resistance to Tobacco mosaic virus and Cucumber mosaic virus. The produce is intended for the fresh market and is characterized by good transportability.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

IS FI NO SE EE IE GB DK LV LT NL DE PL BY PT ES FR BE CZ SK UA RU LU CH AT HU MD IT SI HR RS RO MT GR BG CY

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder: Vilmorin SA (FR) Developed the variety
Applicant: Vilmorin SA (FR) Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder: Vilmorin SA (FR) Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer: Vilmorin SA (FR) Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

QZ European Union Terminated

№ 287877

Terminated

30 June 2022
FR France Terminated

№ 0060559

Application

30 July 1987

Registration

1 January 1989

Terminated

31 December 2019

Registry	Number	Application	Registration	Terminated	Status
QZ European Union	287877	—	—	30 June 2022	Terminated
FR France	0060559	30 July 1987	1 January 1989	31 December 2019	Terminated

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

France № 7082

Protection expired

Application filed 1 September 1987
Registered 19 April 1990
Entry closed 19 April 2015

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